Expectations

Runners and their Parents and/or Guardians must sign the Rules and Expectations Document before a runner is allowed to participate in practice sessions or meets. Our program requires dedication and commitment from our athletes and their parents/caregivers.

Athletes

By joining the team athletes are signifying that they will:

Attend practice sessions regularly and participate in team events.

Maintain a healthy diet that includes regular meals, healthy snacks and staying well hydrated – drinking lots of water.

Get lots of sleep to restore energy levels and aid in recovery after workouts.

Do well at school. Schoolwork is of the highest importance.

Be on time for practice and meets.

Give 100% effort at all times.

Support teammates through encouragement and positive interactions.

Measure accomplishment not just through placement in events but by other means as well (personal records, trying new events, etc.).

Respect teammates, coaches and parents; especially other runners on the track.

Complete goal sheets to support development of time management and goal-setting skills.

Parents & Caregivers

Parents and other caregivers are a vital part of the team. They are expected to:

Support of our views of healthy eating and living.

Be supportive and respectful of all the coaches.

Volunteer their time that can include chaperoning our young athletes to meets and events, writing grant proposals, fundraising for the team, and more